2004 Lincoln Mark X vs. 2004 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2004 Lincoln Mark X and 2004 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 1175 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Elise. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Elise. 2004 Lincoln Mark X has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2004 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Mark X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln Mark X | 2004 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
Model | Mark X | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |